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Sukma 2026 Road Closures in Sepang (Aug 16–19): Routes Affected and Alternative Routes for Travelers

Road closures for Sukma 2026's road cycling event run 16-19 August 2026 in Sepang, 8.30am-12.30pm daily. Here's exactly which roads close each day, why 18 August is different, and whether it affects KLIA and KLIA2 traffic.

  • Life In Malaysia Editorial Team
  • August 15, 2026
  • Technology

SOCAR Is Shutting Down Car-Sharing in Malaysia: How to Request Wallet Refunds and Alternative Car Apps

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SOCAR is ending its car-sharing service in Malaysia on 31 August 2026. Here's how to request your wallet refund, what happens to active bookings, and the best alternatives — GoCar, TREVO and Moovby.

  • Life In Malaysia Editorial Team
  • August 15, 2026
  • EducationGovernment & Policy

UPU Results Coming This Friday: What STPM Students Need to Know

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UPUOnline results for STPM and equivalent applicants will be released from noon on 14 August 2026. Here are the acceptance, appeal and offer-letter dates students need to know.

  • Life In Malaysia Editorial Team
  • August 12, 2026
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Flying Soon? Malaysia Suspends Passports With More Than 10-Year Validity

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Malaysia has suspended passports issued with more than 10 years of validity after travellers faced airline check-in problems overseas. Here is what affected Malaysians should do before flying.

  • Life In Malaysia Editorial Team
  • August 12, 2026
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Sarawak Haze Worsens: 13 Areas Record Unhealthy Air Quality

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Sarawak's air quality turned unhealthy across 13 monitoring areas on Wednesday, with Serian recording the highest API reading at 189. Here is what residents need to know today.

  • Life In Malaysia Editorial Team
  • August 12, 2026

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